Hemet Bicycle Accident Attorneys

Protecting the Rights of Injured Hemet Cyclists

The Hemet Bicycle Accident Attorneys at Moga Law Firm represent bicyclists in personal injury claims arising from accidents with cars, trucks, and other motor vehicles. We also have experience handling wrongful death actions on behalf of family members who have lost a loved one in a tragic accident.

Causes of Hemet bicyclist Accidents

Bike riding for fun and as a daily mode of transportation is becoming increasingly popular in the Hemet area of Southern California, not withstanding our famous car culture. While cycling promotes a healthy lifestyle and a healthy environment, an unfortunate side effect of increased bike traffic is an increased number of bicycle accidents. According to the most recent National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) data, 618 bicyclists were killed in motor vehicle traffic crashes in 2010 and an additional 52,000 were injured. Bicyclist deaths accounted for nearly 2-percent of all traffic fatalities.

Bicycle riders and automobile drivers have the same rights and must follow the same rules with regard to obeying traffic laws and taking general safety precautions. As many bicyclists know, however, motorists often fail to see them or fail to respect their right to share the road. Common causes of bicycle accidents include:

Auto drivers making unsafe left or right turns

Drivers opening car doors as a bicyclist passes

Drivers misjudging the space needed to pass a bicycle

Distracted driving, including cell phone use and texting

Drunk driving

Dangerous road conditions, such as potholes and worn paint on bike lanes

Defective equipment, including helmets and bike parts

Negligent or defective bike repair

When bicyclists are involved in an accident, injuries tend to be severe, as bike riders have very little to protect them when they are hit by a car or other larger vehicle. Even when accidents are not fatal, victims may suffer from injuries to the head or spinal column, fractured or dislocated bones, or even lost use of a limb. Our bicycle accident attorneys in Ontario have experience handling cases involving catastrophic injuries.

Bicycle Accident Lawyers in Hemet

Experienced Attorneys Protecting Injury and Accident Victims

If you or someone you love has been injured in a bicycle accident, contact the Hemet Bicycle Accident Attorneys at Moga Law Firm by email or call 909-931-2444 for a free initial consultation. We will discuss your accident and any claims for compensation you may have. All legal fees are deferred until we recover money damages on your behalf. Se habla español.

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